Author

Publication

2012 - Cornell University Press, Ithaca, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

59,000 words, Guess

Page Count

236 pages

Identifiers

and 2 more
  • Better World Books9780801449741
  • Open LibraryOL25290878M

Classifications

  • DDC321/.07
  • LCCB395 .W46 2012
  • LCCB395.W46 2012

Description

"Roslyn Weiss offers a new interpretation of Platonic moral philosophy based on an unconventional reading of the Republic. Her basic argument begins with the point that Plato means for us to react badly to the philosopher-rulers of Book 7. She then makes the case that there are two distinct kinds of philosopher in the Republic--one that is ideal and one that is farcical--and that each represents a separate type of justice. Finally, she argues that Plato recognizes this dualism and points the way toward a resolution"--Publisher's Web site.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • Philosophers in the Republic: Plato's two paradigmsCornell University Press2012-01-01

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